By Dr. Stacey Jones One good thing about the events of 2020, is that they have elevated the conversations about mental health in the Black community. Now that people are more motivated to take care of themselves and seek help, the flood of information about mental health and self-care may be overwhelming. Here are some […]
Line Dancing for Mental Health Wellness
By Hayley Crandall With the continuous chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic mixed with everyday life stress, mental health wellness has become a prominent concern. Mind, Body, & Soul Dancers is working to offer wellness support to the community. But this isn’t exactly some run-of-the-mill therapy – this is wellness through dancing. Line dancing, to be […]
Safety and Pregnancy During COVID-19
By Karen Stokes According to a study from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, based on information known at this time, pregnant women are at an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19 compared to non-pregnant women. Dr. Camille Garrison, Maternal and Child Health and Family Medicine specialist at Froedtert & the Medical College […]
Nutrition Myth-Buster Likens Decades of Bad Nutritional Advice to Relying on an Ineffective Vaccine
If you’re concerned about maintaining your overall health, Jonny Bowden, Ph.D. CNS said it’s time to get rid of antiquated ideas about healthy diets By Jonny Bowden Nutrition myth-buster Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., CNS said Americans are fighting for their health but it’s not a virus that concerns him. “Much like the story of the straw […]
Milwaukee Domestic Violence Report Shows Increasing Trend, Pandemic’s Conclusive Role Uncertain
By Hayley Crandall Domestic and intimate partner violence remains on the rise in Milwaukee, according to a report released this month from the Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence have seen a significant increase from 2019 and on. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence have accounted for 12% of all homicides […]
How to Help Your Family Get Through the Germiest Times of the Year
Pharmacist and healthy living expert Dr. Lisa Leslie-Williams explains how to write your own prescription for health and wellness By Dr. Lisa Leslie-Williams Moms, no matter how diligent you are, you can’t supervise what your kids touch, breathe or swallow 24/7. No one knows this better than pharmacist-turned healthy lifestyle expert Lisa Leslie-Williams, BS, PharmD. […]
Miller Park Is Up and Running as a COVID-19 Testing Site
By Karen Stokes As Milwaukee continues to navigate the COVID-19 virus, there’s been a transition in the National Guard drive-up testing sites. The new COVID-19 drive-thru testing sites opened Monday, Oct.19 at the Miller Park parking lot, the Southside Health Center, 1639 S 23rd Street, and the Northwest Health Center, 7630 W Mill Road. The […]
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Joe Biden’s Health Care Plan Puts People Over Politics
By Dr. Lyah Holmes Nurse practitioner and public health advocate in Milwaukee This week, Wisconsin surpassed 150,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 1,500 lives lost to the virus–– shocking and sobering numbers. As Wisconsin activates a field hospital to manage the surge of cases and struggles to restock personal protective equipment, Donald Trump continues to downplay […]
Tips and Resources for Selecting A Medicare Part D Plan
By Kelle Turner The year 2020 has been a year like no other. The global pandemic has impacted every aspect of our lives. From entertainment and sporting events, to travel and family celebrations—everything has changed. Selecting a Medicare prescription drug plan (also known as Medicare Part D) will also look differently this year. Since the […]
Surge in Suicides in Milwaukee County Forces Leaders to Step Up Prevention Efforts
By Matt Martinez Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Milwaukee County is on pace to finish the year with more suicides than in 2019, prompting health leaders to step up prevention efforts. […]
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